aaaaahhh, the wedding dress. The one dress that we have all thought of our entire life. Of course it's design has changed just as our styles have but regardless, that beautiful gown that we will adorn on that infamous day will outweigh all the prom dresses in the world!

I found myself at Panache Bridal Gowns in Beverly Hills.

9740 Wilshire Blvd.
Beverly Hills 90212
(310) 860-9221

panachebeverlyhills@gmail.com

Buddy was so gracious as I browsed through the collection of what I found to be an excellent assortment of the prettiest gowns ever. I am a big fan of European styles and designers and they seem to specialize in just that.

There gowns start at $1,500 and go aaaaaaalll the way up to $15,000. I was happy to find each one with a price tag, so not having to play the guessing game or require a "price check on isle 9!", over and over.

The fabrics, the shades, the details! Each one was more stunning than the next, aaaand the perfect amount of dresses to choose from. Not over, or under-whelming. I would imagine all brides would benefit from a visit to Panache. Oh how I wanted to try each one on and walk their runway....I had already outed myself as just a mere wedding planner so that wasn't going to happen, not that day anyway :)

I love the idea of sending bridesmaids (or groomsmen) a gift in the mail asking if they would do you the honor of being in the wedding party. It is such a thoughtful gesture.

These boxes can be rubber stamped with your sentiments on the outside, such as,
"would you stand my my side?" or
"can't do this without you!"

Inside the box is a jar of wonderful cookie mix, cookie cutters, and apron! The jar is tied with a tag that shows the bride or groom's sentiments. Let me know if you want one...or 6! :)

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One of my favorites for a pre-ceremony cocktail is a southern style drink served in a mason jar. Southside's or lemonade with mint leafs are gorgeous on a warm summer day as guests arrive and mingle before the ceremony!

I wanted to share with you a very unique vodka distributor: Firefly Distillery
http://www.fireflyvodka.com/

They offer Sweet Tea Vodka! Vodka is infused with tea grown from a plantation five miles from the South Carolina distillery and blended with real Louisiana sugar cane. It tastes like sweet tea but with a sweeter kick! Now that's what I call staying true to southern roots :)

Today I visited my friend, Annette Tatum, at her "House" store on Montana. I knew the wonderful ideas she has for decorating would prove beneficial to the inspiration I am always looking for when it come to the weddings I plan. What a lovely woman she is and I can't wait to be inspired by her recently published book!

One of my favorite spots for a wedding is Stone Manor in Malibu. It's remote, unique, memorable and aaaah, so breathtaking. The Estate has walkways and paths that lead you to the next segment of your event and it is beautifully lit at night. So special!

Hello there to all that find my blog useful and inspirational. My passion for finding the right stuff for that special day is at an all time high right now. I don't want to lose sight of it so I will be sharing what I find and what inspires me as I journey into blog land. Wedding bliss and creative wishes to you all!

Laura